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New Horizons lists this Aftercare Case Manager opportunity in abilene, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Aftercare Case Manager
The Aftercare Case Manager is responsible for collaborating with the youth's Service Planning team, documentation of aftercare outcome data, reviewing CANS 3.0 Assessment recommendations, assisting in school enrollment, maintaining the education portfolio, assisting in the transfer to medical and mental health providers, and supporting the needs of parents/caregivers for children and youth receiving aftercare. All New Horizons Staff are expected to study, practice, and operate within the New Horizons' Treatment Model and Philosophy of Keeping Kids First. Keeping Kids First requires that every decision and action be motivated by and geared toward meeting the highest need of the individual kid. New Horizons will not tolerate anyone who is not committed to keeping kids safe from abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
Duties and responsibilities:
Keeping Kids Safe!
Following the New Horizons' Employee Handbook;
Work collaboratively with other personnel and/or service providers and professionals;
Managing an average of 25 cases for children, who have discharged from a CPA and/or RTC program and are receiving aftercare services, while adhering to all State Minimum Standards and New Horizons' policies;
Demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to best meet the needs of kids in treatment;
Conducting and participating in aftercare check-ins;
Accurately completing all required documentation and tracking outcomes in a timely manner;
Attending and actively collaborating with the Service Planning team;
Creating an aftercare plan and ensuring that the elements of the plan are followed;
Assisting with school enrollment and maintaining educational portfolio;
Assisting in the transfer to community medical and mental health providers ensuring there is no lapse in therapy or medication as applicable;
Assisting in the identification and referral to normative age-appropriate activities within the youth's community
Ensuring that staff are adhering to New Horizons', state, and federal regulations of child care;
Attending and completing all required professional training and workshops to satisfy continuing education hours;
Transporting kids in personal vehicle when needed; and
Studying, practicing, and operating within the New Horizons' Philosophy of Keeping Kids First.
Qualifications:
A Bachelor's degree and two years' experience working with kids and adolescents who have experienced trauma preferred; or
Minimum requirements may be substituted with a Master's Degree in a social service or related field.
Educational or experiential qualifications will be considered as equivalent;
Maintain a valid driver's license and insurance;
Must have insight and understanding of cultural diversity and have the ability to work with diverse populations;
Must be able to perform conflict resolution or crisis intervention; and
Must pass a criminal background check, drug screen, and tuberculosis screening.
Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills, as well as excellent organizational skills;
Demonstrate the ability to fulfill the technological requirements and the position, including a working knowledge of Windows operating system to the most current edition, Microsoft Word and Excel, email and electronic communications, and effective Internet browsing in regards to information gathering, research and staying up-to-date on social norms, current events or other information that could affect the children in care, their treatment or the Case Manger's relationship with them;
Possess extensive prior experience that demonstrates their cognitive ability to assist the child in difficult, crisis and demanding times; and
Work under the direct supervision of the Placement Director with a wide degree of discretion and independent judgment.
Working conditions: A mixed indoor and outdoor environment, involving continuous interaction with kids, requires flexible hours. Physical requirements Be able to fulfill the physical requirements of the position; including considerable walking, good hearing to assess situations quickly and respond appropriately, the ability to perform CPR and First Aid, and the ability to respond when a child is a danger to themself or others including performing physical restraints;
Why Join New Horizons? At New Horizons, you become part of a mission-driven organization committed to protecting and empowering children. Our leadership team values expertise, encourages innovation, and ensures every voice is heard. We believe that when we care well for our team, they can care exceptionally for kids.
What You Get When You Work for New Horizons: A generous benefits package currently above industry standards including:
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off starting on your first day
401(k) retirement match after 1 year of employment
Paid work anniversary trips beginning at 5 years of service
Worksite address
abilene, TX, 79608, US
Who can apply
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